8 Tips to Master the Look of a Leather Jacket

8 Tips to Master the Look of a Leather Jacket

Thinking about buying a leather jacket? We’ll, you’ve come to the right place. LeatherCult is the industry’s premier leader of the genuine leather jackets and other apparel and accessories. But if this is your first time owning a leather jacket, you may have some questions. What color should I choose? Are leather jackets easy to maintain? How do I keep my leather jacket looking new? These are all questions that we’re going to tackle in today’s blog post. So if you want to master the look of a leather jacket, keep reading for more details. Choose the Right Fit Let’s go ahead and get the most important tip out of the way: when shopping for a leather jacket, choose a jacket that fits your body. I know this probably sounds like common sense, but you would be surprised to learn just how many people choose jackets that are either too big or too small. Unfortunately, though, finding the perfect fit isn’t always an easy task. You can spend countless hours scouring local retail and department stores to no avail. If this sounds familiar, perhaps you should order your leather jacket here. We offer custom sizing on all jackets and products. Simply specify your measurements when checking out, and we’ll use those measurements to customize your leather jacket. Go Genuine You have one of two options when shopping for a leather jacket: you can choose a 100% genuine leather jacket, or you can choose a cheaper “faux” leather jacket. While the latter is typically cheaper, it lacks the attractive qualities that make leather such a prized material. Faux leather is...
9 Things to Consider When Choosing a Leather Waist Coat

9 Things to Consider When Choosing a Leather Waist Coat

Regardless of your taste for fashion, you really can’t go wrong with a leather waist coat. This stylish garment offers the traditional look of a vest but with the high-quality feeling of genuine leather. While waist coats are available in countless different fabrics, leather is the preferred choice among many men and women, and for good reason: it’s soft, comfortable, luxurious, easy to maintain, durable, and it looks great. But if you’re thinking about buying a leather waist coat, there are a few things you should consider. Single-Breasted or Double-Breasted Do you want a single-breasted or double-breasted leather waist coat? Much like suit jackets and coats are available in both single-breasted and double-breasted styles, so are leather waist coats. A single-breasted waist coat features a single column of buttons as well as a narrow overlap of fabric. In comparison, a double-breasted waist coat features two columns of buttons and with a much wider overlap of fabric. You’ll also notice that single-breasted leather waist coats generally have fewer buttons than their double-breasted counterpart. Either way, this is something you’ll need to consider when shopping for a leather waist coat. Genuine or Faux Leather Something else to consider is whether to choose genuine or fake/faux leather. While the latter typically costs less, this is one instance in which the saying “you get what you pay for” holds true. Rather than trying to save a couple bucks by purchasing a faux leather waist coat, it’s recommended that you choose genuine leather. Faux leather lacks the attractive characteristics and qualities that make genuine leather such a prized material. Furthermore, faux leather often has...
How to Keep Your Leather Jacket Looking New

How to Keep Your Leather Jacket Looking New

Congratulations on your decision to buy a leather jacket. It’s a smart investment that will pay off in the long run. With a leather jacket, you can enhance your physical appearance while instilling greater self-confidence in yourself. Of course, leather jackets are also super-comfortable, which is another reason why they are the preferred choice of outwear among countless men and women. But if you want to keep your leather jacket looking new, there are a few things you should know. For some helpful tips and tricks on how to maintain and preserve the original look of a genuine leather jacket, keep reading. Choose Genuine Leather Just because a jacket “looks” like it’s made of leather doesn’t necessarily mean that it is. In an attempt to cut corners and increase profits, many retail stores sell cheap jackets made of fake leather. Also known as “faux” leather, it shares similar characteristics to genuine leather in terms of appearance. Faux leather maintains a similar shiny appearance, a similar texture, and even a similar composition. However, there’s simply no comparison to the real deal. The problem — well, one of the problems — with faux leather is that it smells like chemicals, whereas real leather has a naturally distinct and pleasing odor. Faux leather jackets are also more likely to degrade over time, so if you want to keep your jacket looking new, stick with the real deal. You can expect to pay more for a genuine leather jacket, but most people will agree that it’s well worth the cost. Don’t Wash it in the Washing Machine Assuming your jacket is made of...
9 Reasons Why Leather Won’t Go Out of Style

9 Reasons Why Leather Won’t Go Out of Style

Leather clothes, garments and accessories have been around for centuries. In comparison, many other fabrics are relatively new, first appearing just a few decades ago. This leaves many people asking the question why: why hasn’t leather faded in popularity over the years? With so many new fabrics available for manufacturers to use, conventional wisdom should lead you to believe that leather will be phased out in favor of a different material. Well, this hasn’t happened, nor is expected to happen. Keep reading to learn a few of undeniable reasons why leather won’t go out of style. Easy to Maintain Aside from the occasional application of a leather conditioning product (e.g. Saddle Soap), there’s really nothing else you have to do to maintain a leather jacket or garment. Leather is classified as a low-maintenance textile, making it an excellent choice for men and women who are constantly on the go. If you have little-to-no free time to devote towards caring for your jackets or clothes, perhaps leather is right choice. Of course, this is just one of the many reasons why leather won’t go out of style. Looks Better with Age No, that’s not a typo. Most leather experts will agree that leather looks better as it ages. Over time, leather will gradually become lighter, creating a unique vintage appearance that’s simply not found in new products. Some companies attempt to mimic the appearance of aged leather with synthetic materials like faux leather, but ultimately they fall short of achieving the real deal. If you want to reap the benefits of a unique vintage look, you should stick with real,...
Common Questions About Leather Pants

Common Questions About Leather Pants

Move over jeans, there’s a new style of pants that’s gaining momentum in the world of fashion: leather. When you think of clothes and garments made of leather, jackets are probably the first that comes to mind. Leather jackets have been around for over a century, and even today they remain a popular choice among men and women throughout the world. But leather pants are also a popular choice, with fashion experts predicting this trend will continue throughout 2017 and the following years. But unless you’re familiar with leather pants, you might have some questions about them. Are Leather Pants Comfortable? Absolutely! In fact, this is one of the many reasons why they are so popular. Leather is made from animal hide, typically cow’s hide. If you’ve ever felt it before (and you probably), you may have noticed just how soft and supple it feels. Leather possesses a truly one-of-a-kind texture that’s simply not found in other fabrics or materials. It’s soft, supple and super comfortable to wear. This makes it an attractive choice of fabric when used in the construction of pants. Are Leather Pants Made for Men or Women? You can find leather pants made for both men and women. Granted, some of them are designed specifically for men, whereas others are designed specifically for women. A pair of women’s leather pants, for instance, may feature subtle designs and elements that women prefer. Regardless of your gender, though, you can rest assured knowing there’s a pair of leather pants with your name on it. It’s up to you, however, to find then. Can I Buy Leather Pants...